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Fairfax city

Fairfax city, Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.94%

Median Annual Tax

$6,392

How Fairfax city Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fairfax city$6,392
Virginia State Average$1,960
National Average$1,924

Fairfax city

0.94%

Effective rate

Virginia Avg

0.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$6,421

per year

Without Mortgage

$6,304

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$6,392

Monthly Escrow

$533

Effective Rate

0.94%

vs. Virginia State Average▲ 226.1% above
vs. National Average▲ 137.6% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fairfax city, Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Fairfax city, Virginia is 0.94%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Fairfax city?
The median annual property tax payment in Fairfax city is $6,392. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,421, while those without a mortgage pay $6,304.
How does Fairfax city compare to the Virginia average?
Fairfax city's effective tax rate of 0.94% is higher than the Virginia state average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax in Fairfax city is $6,392, compared to the state average of $1,960.
What is the median home value in Fairfax city, Virginia?
The median home value in Fairfax city, Virginia is $677,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Virginia?
Property taxes in Virginia are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

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Rate0.94%
Median Tax$1,444

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Rate0.93%
Median Tax$3,073

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Rate0.96%
Median Tax$2,259

Hopewell city(VA)

Rate0.97%
Median Tax$1,600
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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